September 3, 2026
A permanent public ledger of 481 verified actions on the record. Each entry links directly to its underlying primary government document, council minutes, regulatory filing, or corroborated news report.
Opposition and Press Signals for September 3, 2026
National press investigations, local moratoriums, litigation, and community ratepayer pushbackGuest opinion: Dark money and data centers (opens in a new tab)
A published guest opinion criticizes the proposed Quantica data center at Broadview and links corporate influence to Montana legislation limiting public scrutiny of data center projects.
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Arizona
Arizona Attorney General Mayes sought a ban on new data centers across the state despite pushback.
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Ottawa
Franklin County judge ruled data center ordinance question will go on November ballot.
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Edgerton
Johnson County judge dismissed city of Edgerton's lawsuit against residents Kimberly Twente and Carrie Schmidt on Sept. 3, ruling it violated their rights under Kansas Public Speech Protection Act.
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Kansas
Judge Stephanie Goodenow ruled on Sept. 3 that Edgerton's lawsuit against Kimberly Twente and Carrie Schmidt violated their rights under the Kansas Public Speech Protection Act.
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Baltimore County
Baltimore County Planning Board held public hearing on data center study report on September 3, 2026.
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North Dakota
North Dakota Senate rejected Senate Bill 2406 on a 32-15 vote on September 3, 2026, which would have banned nondisclosure agreements between government entities and data center developers.
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Bridgewater Township
Bridgewater adopted a data center ordinance on September 3, 2026, requiring closed loop cooling systems and heat recovery technology and mandating use variances instead of automatic Planning Board approval.
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Bridgewater Township
Bridgewater Township Council approved ordinance on September 3 for new requirements for data centers, including hyperscale facilities.
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Wilmington
Wilmington City Council passed emergency rezoning ordinance at September 3, 2026 meeting after federal judge forced compliance with open meetings law.
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Wilmington
Wilmington City Council approved two ordinances on emergency basis September 3 designating data centers as permitted use in light industrial zones and rezoning farmland to light industrial.
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West Virginia
Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced on Sept. 3 that his Department of Commerce certified two high impact data center projects in Mason County.
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West Virginia
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced state certifications for two high impact data center projects on September 3, 2026, at the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce 90th Annual Meeting.
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Tom's Hardware citing researchers
water to grow one almond: 1.1 gal. agricultural water footprint, 2015.
Key Figure 1.1 gal -
Equinix 2024 sustainability report
water consumption, Equinix fleet: 1.2 billion gal/yr. onsite consumption, 2024.
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Mistral AI environmental audit
water per 400 token response. lifecycle, 2025.
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Tom's Hardware
queries per almond implied by Altman 2025 figure. onsite only, mixed boundaries, 2026.
Key Figure 85 to 5,500 queries -
Google blog, climate conscious data center cooling (2022)
water consumption, average Google data center: 450,000 gal/day. onsite consumption, 2021.
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multiple outlets
water draw, single site: 1 million gal/day. onsite withdrawal, 2025.
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Google 2025 Environmental Report
fleet water usage effectiveness: 1.15 L/kWh. onsite cooling only, 2024.
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Washington Post with UC Riverside (Ren)
water per 100 word email. onsite cooling plus electricity generation, 2024.
Key Figure 519 (235 to 1,408) mL -
Daily Herald, Cougar Chronicle
water use, proposed closed loop site: 250,000 gal/yr. onsite, developer claim, 2026.
Key Figure 250,000 gal/yr -
LBNL 2024 United States Data Center Energy Usage Report
projected direct water consumption, US hyperscale only: 60 to 124 billion liters a year. onsite cooling only, 2028.
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Tom's Hardware citing local reporting
water consumption, single site: 29 million gal over 15 months. onsite, as reported by local records, 2025.
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Li, Yang, Islam, Ren, Making AI Less Thirsty (2023, updated 2025)
water per 10 to 50 medium length responses. onsite cooling plus electricity generation, 2023.
Key Figure 500 mL -
Sam Altman, The Gentle Singularity (blog, June 16 2025)
water per average query: 0 gallons per query. not disclosed, 2025.
Key Figure 0 gallons per query -
LBNL 2024 United States Data Center Energy Usage Report
indirect water consumption via electricity generation, all US data centers: 211 billion gal/yr. offsite, power plant water for electricity consumed, 2023.
Key Figure 211 billion gal/yr -
LBNL 2024 United States Data Center Energy Usage Report
indirect water intensity of electricity: 4.52 L/kWh. offsite, power generation, 2023.
Key Figure 4.52 L/kWh -
LBNL 2024 United States Data Center Energy Usage Report
average site water usage effectiveness: 0.36 L/kWh. onsite cooling only, 2023.
Key Figure 0.36 L/kWh -
Google 2025 Environmental Report
water consumption, Google data center fleet: 6.1 billion gal/yr. onsite consumption, 2024.
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Leah Davis, Nebius spokesperson
Nebius had a sound study conducted and built the facility to the worst condition scenario so noise should not exceed background noise. Said September 3, 2026.
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Nebius spokesperson Leah Davis said the company followed every normal and legal procedure of any other economic development project that happens in the city of Birmingham. Said September 3, 2026.
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West Memphis Utilities
Google is financially responsible for utility infrastructure required to serve the West Memphis data center. Said September 3, 2026.
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Andrew Mobley, reporter
Entergy says Democrat Gazette made a mathematical error by accounting for only 12 months of payments rather than the full 20 year term. Said September 3, 2026.
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Bob Atkins General Manager
West Memphis Utilities assures customers they will not see a rate increase because of Google's data center. Said September 3, 2026.
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Ruth Porat, Google President, Chief Investment Officer
Google states it is collaborating with Entergy to ensure it covers the full cost of powering the facility. Said September 3, 2026.
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Andrew Mobley, reporter
Democrat Gazette reported Google will pay Entergy about one third of the cost to build the solar plant powering the data center. Said September 3, 2026.
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Google said the $526 million figure represents upfront payments and that ongoing payments will continue throughout the agreement. Said September 3, 2026.
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Entergy stated remaining two thirds of Cypress Solar project costs would be covered by Arkansas ratepayers via a proposed approximately $6 per month utility rate increase. Said September 3, 2026.
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Entergy Arkansas
Entergy stated the agreement includes approximately $443 million in upfront payments and at least $83 million annually over 20 years, totaling more than $2.1 billion. Said September 3, 2026.
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Entergy (via Beth Hunt, news anchor)
Entergy stated Google is fully committed to covering 100 percent of the power and infrastructure costs associated with the data center. Said September 3, 2026.
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Google executive Ruth Porat said at 2025 groundbreaking that Google would cover the full cost of powering the West Memphis facility. Said September 3, 2026.
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Doug McGowen, MLGW President and CEO
MLGW customers have seen no electric rate increase due to data centers in Memphis operated by SpaceXAI and other companies. Said September 3, 2026.
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Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO
Seiden said you cannot be anti data center and be pro economy, and that data centers are needed and necessary. Said September 3, 2026.
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Danny Seiden, Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO, said a moratorium on data centers would drive billions of dollars in investment out of Arizona. Said September 3, 2026.
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Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO
Seiden said APS, SRP, and TEP have all put in plans where growth pays for growth through data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO
Seiden said X identified a bot farm of approximately 200,000 accounts linked to China working to counter the data center boom in America. Said September 3, 2026.
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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated plan aims to advance cooperative federalism with states; rule expected to be finalized next year. Said September 3, 2026.
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Thornton Mayor
Mayor Jan Kulmann stated she is subject to ethics and conflict of interest requirements and will recuse herself if needed. Said September 3, 2026.
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Resident (name not provided)
Thornton Mayor Jan Kulmann is COO of United Power, raising conflict of interest concerns regarding data center decisions. Said September 3, 2026.
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Adams County residents
About 100 residents gathered in Thornton to discuss data center concerns. Said September 3, 2026.
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David Jolly, gubernatorial nominee, said 70 to 80 percent of Floridians oppose data center construction. Said September 3, 2026.
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gubernatorial nominee
David Jolly vows to enact a one year moratorium on Florida data center construction if elected. Said September 3, 2026.
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Okaloosa County Chairman
Okaloosa County Commissioner Trey Goodwin stated I know a lot of jurisdictions have taken the position that they either need to ban or put on moratoriums for these things, I'm concerned that is taking the wrong approach. Said September 3, 2026.
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Bulloch County Board chairman
Chairman Bennett stated he does not think the community needs a large scale Meta data center but will not impose an outright ban due to potential legal jeopardy. Said September 3, 2026.
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Alicia Johnson, Georgia Public Service Commissioner District 2
The power agreement requires OpenAI to pay a minimum power bill regardless of actual electricity use. Said September 3, 2026.
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Alicia Johnson, Georgia Public Service Commissioner District 2
OpenAI will cover the entire cost of grid upgrades needed to serve the data center. Said September 3, 2026.
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Wall Street Journal
Capital spent on non data center construction in the US has fallen off a cliff while capital deployed to build data centers soars. Said September 3, 2026.
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Alicia Johnson, Georgia Public Service Commissioner District 2
Georgia Power cannot seek fuel recovery, infrastructure recovery or other cost recovery from Georgia customers for the data center project. Said September 3, 2026.
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Governor of Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear stated he does not believe data centers need incentives and would support rolling back any incentives. Said September 3, 2026.
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executive director of Kentucky Center for Economic Policy
Jason Bailey of Kentucky Center for Economic Policy warns that data centers could exploit manufacturing tax exemptions under state law to avoid local property taxes and utility excise taxes. Said September 3, 2026.
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Mark Sommer tax attorney argues in blog posts that data centers qualify as manufacturers under Kentucky law for tax break purposes. Said September 3, 2026.
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Burgin school board member
Mercer County city of Burgin considering data center that could bring hundreds of millions in local taxes over 15 years. Said September 3, 2026.
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executive director of Kentucky Association of School Superintendents
Jim Flynn of Kentucky Association of School Superintendents says group supports lawmakers clarifying whether data centers qualify for manufacturer tax breaks. Said September 3, 2026.
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Randy Delatte, Livingston Parish president
As of now, there are no plans for a data center in Livingston Parish. Said September 3, 2026.
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SMECO President and CEO Sonja Cox stated the cooperative's position is that a data center seeking to locate in Southern Maryland must directly pay the full cost of transmission or distribution construction required to connect and serve it. Said September 3, 2026.
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Montgomery County Councilmember
Glass cited county residents' concerns about potential environmental impacts of data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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Republican Senate nominee in Michigan
Mike Rogers outlined a one year moratorium, arguing that Michigan needs stronger guardrails to protect community control, prevent utility price hikes, protect our water, and stop pay to play schemes. Said September 3, 2026.
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Democratic candidate
Lawrence said: I signed the AI Pact because Michiganders shouldn't have to pay the price for a technology built to enrich Silicon Valley billionaires and the politicians cashing the checks. Said September 3, 2026.
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Democratic candidate
Lawrence said: Data center developers have spent nearly $1 million to elect Tom Barrett, and it shows. Said September 3, 2026.
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article author
Rep. Tom Barrett voted for Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which included $83 billion in tax breaks for data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
Not on the record: the record holds no bill called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Read from the statement's words: Tom Barrett voted for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Checked against the bills and roll calls the record holds.
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William Horne, Hyperscale Data CEO, said the facility is being prepared for AI usage and customer deployment. Said September 3, 2026.
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President Trump said: If we kill the Golden Goose, you will only have yourselves to blame, regarding data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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President
Trump called Gov. Abbott's decision to pause data center development a mistake. Said September 3, 2026.
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The AI Pact organization
The AI Pact requires pledging to support policies that would ban tax breaks, backroom deals, and excessive energy usage for data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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Democratic candidate
Lawrence said: Americans have always had a healthy skepticism of concentrated power, and it's time for our elected leaders to step up and hold AI companies and data center developers accountable. Said September 3, 2026.
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GOP gubernatorial nominee
Rep. Byron Donalds introduced legislation requiring large AI data centers to generate their own power and water rather than draw from public utilities. Said September 3, 2026.
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Will Lawrence, Democratic candidate for Michigan's 7th Congressional District, signed The AI Pact in August. Said September 3, 2026.
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article author
Barrett received thousands of dollars in campaign donations from Big Tech investors and corporate PACs for Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Oracle. Said September 3, 2026.
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The Hermantown data center faces opposition from residents opposed to its proposed $80 million property tax break and concerns about water, noise and power use. Said September 3, 2026.
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Josh Skelton, Minnesota Power CEO, said the modernization provides flexibility when extreme weather hits, system conditions change quickly, or energy is needed in a different place than expected. Said September 3, 2026.
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Gilles Stockton, Guest opinion author, Daily Inter Lake
"If built, it will cover 5,000 acres, require seven times more electricity than is currently needed for all of Montana, and get water for cooling from no one knows where." Said September 3, 2026, Daily Inter Lake guest opinion column.
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Hyperscale Data will continue cryptocurrency mining at its Montana site. Said September 3, 2026.
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Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, compared rejecting AI to rejecting electricity, calling AI adoption essential for economic growth. Said September 3, 2026.
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Google DeepMind
Demis Hassabis stated achieving human level AI would unleash ten times the impact of the Industrial Revolution. Said September 3, 2026.
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Nvidia CEO
Jensen Huang stated every country needs AI data center infrastructure as foundational as water, roads, electricity and internet. Said September 3, 2026.
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Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, at G20 Innovation Ministerial said work that takes ten years could take one year, and year long projects could finish within a month. Said September 3, 2026.
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North Dakota State Senator
Tim Mathern, D Fargo, sponsored the nondisclosure agreement bill. Said September 3, 2026.
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Democratic candidate for U.S. House (District 2), New Hampshire
2nd District Democratic candidate Paige Beauchemin says legislation guaranteeing local control should be put in place before new data centers are approved. Said September 3, 2026.
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Governor
Ayotte said New Hampshire does not have energy needed for data centers and wants electric prices to go down, not up. Said September 3, 2026.
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Governor
Ayotte responded to concerns about potential artificial intelligence data center in Bow saying she cannot support that. Said September 3, 2026.
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New Mexico Attorney General
New Mexico AG backed environmental groups challenging Project Jupiter before state Supreme Court. Said September 3, 2026.
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Nevada Democratic Attorney General candidate
Nicole Cannizzaro, Nevada Democratic AG candidate, released plan on data centers requiring operators cover infrastructure costs, ban cost shifting to ratepayers, ban nondisclosure agreements, require local input on siting, require environmental reviews, require transparency on power and water consumption, and ensure behind the meter facilities get PUC oversight. Said September 3, 2026.
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Rebecca Gill, UNLV associate professor
Data centers have emerged as an issue in Nevada's 2026 attorney general race, with residents in Boulder City, Henderson, Pahrump, and Reno calling for moratoriums or stronger rules. Said September 3, 2026.
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EPA Administrator Zeldin called New York's statewide moratorium on large new data centers an easy way to cop out. Said September 3, 2026.
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Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy pledged to issue a first day in office executive order halting approval of all new data center projects. Said September 3, 2026.
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In Ohio's Senate race, the National Republican Senatorial Committee warned that data centers could help Democrats flip the seat, noting more than any other thing in this race, data centers are the anchor hanging around Husted's neck. Said September 3, 2026.
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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin is urging state and local governments to address environmental and infrastructure concerns surrounding data centers without broadly halting development as communities consider moratoriums. Said September 3, 2026.
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Lee Zeldin, EPA Administrator
EPA does not plan to develop a single national environmental standard specifically for data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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Lee Zeldin, EPA Administrator
Trump administration pursued policies intended to encourage data center development while addressing concerns about energy demand and infrastructure costs. Said September 3, 2026.
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Craig Fuller says data centers could make Tennessee Valley an economic super region. Said September 3, 2026.
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Texas Christian University director of Institute for Environmental Studies
Michael Slattery, TCU director of Institute for Environmental Studies, serves as chairman of the commission. Said September 3, 2026.
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Texas Governor
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott halted new data center connections to the state's power grid pending a comprehensive regulatory audit. Said September 3, 2026.
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Texas Attorney General and U.S. Senate nominee
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton unveiled a four point plan to curb rapid data center growth. Said September 3, 2026.
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Southern Environmental Law Center senior attorney
Keri Powell, senior attorney for Southern Environmental Law Center, said environmental, health and community coalition of nearly 200 groups filed comments opposing the EPA plan. Said September 3, 2026.
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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said the plan aims at cutting red tape and advancing cooperative federalism. Said September 3, 2026.
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senior attorney, Southern Environmental Law Center
Keri Powell, Southern Environmental Law Center, said data centers should not get air pollution permits in secret. Said September 3, 2026.
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Sean Farney, JLL Vice President of Data Strategy, said the geographic transformation includes massive investment in West Texas, Ohio, Louisiana and the Carolinas. Said September 3, 2026.
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founder, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment
Dr. Brian Moench, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment, called the EPA proposal anti democratic. Said September 3, 2026.
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former EPA deputy director of air quality
Mike Koerber, former EPA deputy director, said the proposal continues Trump administration efforts to reduce transparency. Said September 3, 2026.
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former EPA deputy director of air quality office
Mike Koerber, former deputy director of EPA air quality office, said elimination of federal requirement for public notice could thwart local residents from learning about proposed data centers. Said September 3, 2026.
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President
Trump has acknowledged data centers need public relations help. Said September 3, 2026.
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President Trump said U.S. communities that do not have data centers will end up being backwards and poor. Said September 3, 2026.
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founder, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment
Dr. Brian Moench said a future governor could follow Trump administration direction to remove public input. Said September 3, 2026.
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GOP Senator in Ohio
Sen. Jon Husted introduced a Senate bill to stop average Americans from paying for data center energy costs. Said September 3, 2026.
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founder, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment
Dr. Brian Moench, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment, called EPA proposal anti democratic and concerning about future governors potentially following federal directives. Said September 3, 2026.
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unnamed news anchor, paraphrasing state officials
Tooele County is not ready for the data center, according to state officials. Said September 3, 2026.
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director, Utah Division of Air Quality
Bryce Bird said EPA air quality standards would remain and projects must use best available control technology. Said September 3, 2026.
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director, Utah Division of Air Quality
Bryce Bird, director of Utah Division of Air Quality, said Utah would not change public comment requirements. Said September 3, 2026.
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Ford Copple, Sutherland Institute tech policy analyst
Both colocation and hyperscale data centers bring short- to medium term, high paying, skilled labor construction jobs. Said September 3, 2026.
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Ford Copple, Sutherland Institute tech policy analyst
The Sutherland Institute examined employment tied to data center development. Said September 3, 2026.
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Ford Copple, Sutherland Institute tech policy analyst
Larger hyperscale facilities generally support more permanent workers, particularly when they operate advanced computing equipment or include their own power generation infrastructure. Said September 3, 2026.
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Tooele residents expressed concerns that tax dollars should not subsidize data center development that they believe harms the community. Said September 3, 2026.
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director, Utah Division of Air Quality
Bryce Bird, director of Utah Division of Air Quality, said Utah has not taken action to remove public comment requirements and views public process as valuable. Said September 3, 2026.
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director, Utah Division of Air Quality
Bryce Bird said the public process is valuable and they have not taken action to remove requirements. Said September 3, 2026.
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Andy Cvengros, co lead of JLL's U.S. data center markets team, said demand levels continue to exceed industry insiders' expectations. Said September 3, 2026.
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Vermont Conservation Voters Executive Director Dan Fingas said large data centers have been blamed for higher energy costs, water consumption, noise and air pollution. Said September 3, 2026.
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Wisconsin GOP gubernatorial nominee
Rep. Tom Tiffany, GOP nominee for governor in Wisconsin, opposes new data centers unless strict conditions are met. Said September 3, 2026.
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Patrick Morrisey, Governor of West Virginia
One project is to be developed by Nscale, a United Kingdom headquartered artificial intelligence infrastructure firm. Said September 3, 2026.
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interim executive director, West Virginia Highlands Conservancy
Olivia Miller stated concerns that permit was redacted preventing public meaningful opportunity to review or critique it. Said September 3, 2026.
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West Virginia Treasurer Larry Pack issued a report showing data centers will be taxed at much lower rates than their actual value. Said September 3, 2026.
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Tucker United, West Virginia Highlands Conservancy, Sierra Club
Environmental groups argue state Department of Environmental Protection wrongly classified the massive facility as a minor pollution source. Said September 3, 2026.
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Patrick Morrisey, Governor of West Virginia
One project is to be developed by Starwood Digital Ventures, a data center investment platform of Starwood Capital Group. Said September 3, 2026.
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PAX-1 Data Center
Middlesex Township supervisors approved PAX-1 data center development matters. The record reads waiting on permits, September 3, 2026.
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Alaska
Federal panel halted what would be first data center on public lands.
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Alabama
EPA proposal could restrict public access to information on data center plans.
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Talladega County
Alabama leaders held a meeting in Talladega County to address questions about data centers.
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Brookwood
Brookwood City Council heard citizens concerns about a proposed data center.
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Arkansas
Judge ruled against Arkansas utility in freedom of the press fight concerning data center information.
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Arkansas
U.S. District Judge Lee P. Rudofsky denied Entergy's temporary restraining order request and stated the First Amendment gives significant concern about prior restraint.
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California
The measures were sent to Governor Gavin Newsom to be signed into law or vetoed.
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California
The bills would create separate electricity tariffs for large data centers if passed.
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California
California lawmakers passed a series of bills to prevent data center operators from shifting grid and power costs onto residential ratepayers.
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Commerce City
Commerce City Council will hear first reading of ordinance putting 6 month moratorium on data center site development on Monday.
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Connecticut
One company has taken advantage of Connecticut data center tax breaks.
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Frederica
Frederica Town Council could pass an ordinance banning data centers.
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Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County commissioners voted 5-1 to reject Project Tango, PBA Holdings' hyperscale AI data center plan in Loxahatchee.
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North Port
North Port held a workshop on a proposed data center.
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Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County expects initial regulatory plan within 60 days.
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Okaloosa County
Staff directed to explore data center location possibilities, power and water demand, noise, lighting, buffers and other development standards.
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Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County will evaluate data centers on a case by case basis with conditional use approvals.
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Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County commissioners decided to regulate data centers rather than impose a ban or moratorium.
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Georgia
A complaint of illegal data center zoning was filed.
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Indiana
AES Indiana rate hike of 71 million dollars being reheard by Indiana regulators.
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Ottawa
Franklin County judge ruled that a data center question will go on Ottawa's November ballot.
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Louisville
Louisville Planning Commission recommended stricter data center regulations.
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Louisville
Louisville advanced stricter data center rules.
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Kentucky
Some Kentucky lawmakers suggested rolling back specific sales tax break for data centers passed by state legislature in recent years.
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Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear issued executive order directing data center developers to pay fair share of state and local taxes.
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Kentucky
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order in early August 2026 requiring data centers to meet specific requirements regarding pollution and pay going rates for state, local and school taxes.
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Frederick County
Frederick County has a temporary pause on new data center applications through December 31, 2026.
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Frederick County
Catellus would provide 433 acres as a nature reserve.
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Frederick County
Catellus would cut potable water use by 80 percent.
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Frederick County
Catellus would reduce planned data center development by nearly 20 percent.
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Frederick County
Frederick County Planning Commission scheduled public hearings for two conditional use permit applications for data center campuses, including one for a 71.85 acre facility.
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Frederick County
Frederick County Planning Commission unanimously recommended denial of a conditional use permit for Winchester Gateway, a nearly 72 acre data center campus in the Kernstown area.
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Sanford
Sanford voted to extend its emergency moratorium on data centers for 180 days in August.
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Maine
Westbrook, Brunswick, and Biddeford have taken steps to prevent data center projects from ever hitting the table.
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Maine
Governor Janet Mills vetoed a bill in April that would have temporarily banned data center development statewide.
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Biddeford
The proposed amendment prohibits data center development in the City of Biddeford and prevents existing facilities from expanding.
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Biddeford
Biddeford planning board unanimously voted to recommend that the City Council ban new data center development.
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Maine
A state bill to ban data centers of a certain size fell through in April.
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Biddeford
Planning Director David Galbraith expects the city council to discuss the proposal at a meeting in November.
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Biddeford
The planning board is recommending that the city council follow in the footsteps of other Maine cities, like Westbrook and Scarborough, to ban the development of new data centers.
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Lenox Township
Lenox Township residents are demanding transparency from local leaders over data center concerns.
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Missouri
Missouri voters recalled a councilman over a Nebius data center tax break.
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Independence
Independence, MO residents held a recall vote related to a data center decision.
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Independence
Missouri voters recalled councilman over Nebius data center tax break.
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Butte-Silver Bow
A Butte judge ruled against 406 People First in its lawsuit over a data center ballot initiative signature dispute.
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North Dakota
North Dakota House voted down childcare funding proposal 71-21.
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North Dakota
North Dakota House voted down data center moratorium proposal 68-25.
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North Dakota
North Dakota special session killed data center NDA ban proposal.
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North Dakota
A data center nondisclosure bill lacked support in committee.
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North Dakota
North Dakota Senate voted to kill a data center nondisclosure bill.
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South Brunswick
South Brunswick neighbors lost initial court case against data center but appealed.
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New Mexico
New Mexico land commissioner rejected Canadian data center company pitch at Spaceport America.
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Nevada
State Sen. Nicole Cannizzaro requested a 2027 bill draft to regulate data centers, including requirements for operators to cover infrastructure costs, prohibition of NDAs, union labor requirements, environmental reviews, and closed loop water systems.
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Nevada
BLM approved the Townsite Data Center in June without preparing a new environmental assessment, reusing 2023 review of a 19 MW solar project.
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Ohio
An ad attacked a GOP candidate over a data center vote he was not in office for.
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Ohio
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine put a pause on all new data centers beginning October 1, 2026.
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Oklahoma
Oklahoma residents seeking ballot measure to halt data center pending water and noise studies.
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Pennsylvania
Senate Bill 1345 would authorize municipalities to temporarily stop accepting new applications for high impact data centers for up to 18 months.
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Pennsylvania
Senate Bill 1359 would impose statewide moratorium on hyperscale data center development and permitting.
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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania House passed legislation to codify GRID standards, but Senate did not act.
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Pennsylvania
Developers must procure at least 10% of annual electricity from incremental clean firm energy beginning January 1, 2027, increasing to 14.5% in 2030 and 32% in 2035.
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Pennsylvania
Qualifying developers must demonstrate incremental energy capacity and pay full cost of that capacity in same PJM locational deliverability area.
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Pennsylvania
GRID ties environmental permitting and tax incentives to requirements on power, water, workforce and community standards.
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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued August 18 executive order creating GRID framework for large data centers.
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South Dakota
Democratic Public Utilities Commission candidate calls for one year ban on new AI data centers in South Dakota.
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Hood County
In Hood County, Texas, residents have been fighting multiple proposed data center projects.
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Fort Worth
Fort Worth Data Center & Infrastructure Commission report scheduled for City Council briefing November 3, 2026, before potential first public hearing on data center moratorium.
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Fort Worth
Fort Worth Data Center & Infrastructure Commission established with 11 voting members to evaluate data center impacts on electricity, water, economic development and neighborhood effects.
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United States (federal)
Interior Board of Land Appeals issued temporary stay on BLM approval of Townsite Data Center near Boulder City, Nevada.
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United States (federal)
EPA proposes eliminating federal requirement for public notice and comment on air permits for data centers and other industrial facilities.
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Tooele County
Tooele County currently has a moratorium on data center facilities.
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Tooele County
A letter signed by more than 1000 Tooele residents was presented at the state capitol requesting the port authority stop a data center from being built near the Great Salt Lake.
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Virginia
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is working with the state House of Delegates to establish a committee to focus on data center accountability.
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Milton
City of Milton implemented an 18 month moratorium on data centers.
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Jefferson County
Jefferson County passed a data center moratorium this summer, applicable to towns subject to county zoning.
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Dane County
Dane County passed an 18 month data center moratorium in June, applicable to towns subject to county zoning.
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Cottage Grove
Village of Cottage Grove passed a one year data center moratorium in July.
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Madison
City of Madison passed a one year data center moratorium in January.
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Sun Prairie
Sun Prairie City Council unanimously approved a one year moratorium on new or expanded data centers larger than 10,000 square feet, unless an accessory use to an existing business, effective September 1.
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West Virginia
West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals dismissed two appeals challenging air quality permits for proposed data center in Tucker County.
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The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Project could generate estimated $176 million annually in property taxes, with $87 million designated for Mason County Schools. Mason County, WV, 2026.
Key Figure 176,000,000 USD -
KVOM 101.7
Records mistakenly released by the Arkansas Public Service Commission disclosed approximately $526 million in upfront payments associated with Google's West Memphis data center project. West Memphis, Arkansas; Jefferson County, Arkansas, 2026.
Key Figure 526,000,000 USD -
ForkLog
The contract includes 20 MW of power. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 20 MW -
YouTube
Cost to build the Cypress solar plant to power the data center is $1.6 billion. West Memphis, Crittenden County, AR, 2026.
Key Figure 1,600,000,000 USD -
wvgazettemail.com
Data centers in West Virginia are eligible for 80 percent sales tax exemption for data processing equipment. West Virginia, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 80 percent -
ForkLog
The agreement could generate over $1.2 billion in revenue over the maximum term. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 1,200,000,000 USD -
Central Florida Public Media
Change Research poll in May found 79 percent of registered Florida voters opposed AI data centers in their communities. Florida, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 79 percent -
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Phase one will result in potentially 4,375 construction jobs and 645 permanent positions. Mason County, WV, 2026.
Key Figure 4,375 jobs -
alaska-native-news.com
Townsite Data Center is 80 acres. Boulder City, NV, 2026.
Key Figure 80 acre -
Bisnow
Frontier markets now account for 77% of the industry's construction pipeline, up from 64% in the second half of last year. North America, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 77 percent -
Gadget Review
FOIA request by citizen Jessica Kivell revealed Google's $526 million upfront payment for Cypress Solar project. Arkansas, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 526,000,000 USD -
Altcoin Buzz
Hyperscale Data AI data center expansion is worth up to $3 billion. Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD -
Central Florida Public Media
University of North Florida poll in July found 68 percent of Floridians surveyed opposed building data centers in their areas. Florida, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 68 percent -
Data Center Dynamics
Hyperscale Data facility at 415 East Prairie Ronde Street, Dowagiac spans 617,000 square feet. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 617,000 square feet -
Central Florida Public Media
Associated Industries of Florida poll in February found 64 percent of Floridians polled said they would support building data centers if benefits were emphasized. Florida, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 64 percent -
Altcoin Buzz
Hyperscale Data's Bitcoin holdings fell 79 percent. Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 79 percent -
www.cbsnews.com
Seven in 10 Americans oppose constructing data centers for artificial intelligence in their local area according to May 2026 Gallup poll. Texas, United States, 2026.
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YouTube
Fervo signed 396 megawatt power purchase agreement with Google from Cape Station. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
Key Figure 396 MW -
Gadget Review
Arkansas Cypress Solar project costs approximately $1.6 billion. Arkansas, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 1,600,000,000 USD -
Dallas Innovates
DFW data center pre leasing at 95%. Dallas Fort Worth, TX, 2026.
Key Figure 95 percent -
www.facebook.com
Frederick County data centers providing $110 million in community benefits. Frederick County, MD, 2026.
Key Figure 110,000,000 USD -
www.cbsnews.com
Nationwide, data centers responsible for roughly 228 billion gallons of water consumption annually when both on site cooling and water used to generate electricity are included. United States, national, 2026.
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Bisnow
More than 66 gigawatts of data center capacity is under construction across North America. North America, statewide, 2026.
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Data Center Dynamics
The PPA is said to be the world's largest enhanced geothermal PPA to date at 396MW. Beaver County, Utah, UT, 2026.
Key Figure 396 MW -
enr.com
The HVDC transmission line extends 465 miles between North Dakota and Minnesota. Hermantown, Minnesota, 2026.
Key Figure 465 miles -
Futurism
PwC predicts global spending on data centers could reach $31.6 trillion by 2050. United States, statewide, 2026.
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KUTV
Meta has contributed more than $4 million to Utah County schools and provided more than 200 community grants since opening their Eagle Mountain data center. Utah, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 4,000,000 USD -
www.cbsnews.com
U.S. data center power demand forecasted to more than double from 31 gigawatts in 2025 to 66 gigawatts in 2027 according to Goldman Sachs Research. United States, national, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
More than 3,000 operating data centers in the United States, with hundreds more under construction or planned. United States, national, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
32 natural gas fired power plants planned in Texas to supply data centers. Texas, United States, 2026.
Key Figure 32 count -
Data Center Dynamics
Customer will deploy 20MW operational in Q4 of 2026 at Dowagiac facility. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
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WKMS
Hancock County planned data center could bring over 22 million dollars in local tax revenues during first year of operation, according to developer estimate. Kentucky, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 22,000,000 dollars -
www.cbsnews.com
2026 analysis by Houston Advanced Research Center estimates data centers could consume anywhere from 29 billion to 161 billion gallons of water a year by 2030. Texas, United States, 2026.
Key Figure 29,000,000,000 to 161,000,000,000 gallons a year -
YouTube
Fervo has 3 megawatts of active geothermal power generation from Project Red in Nevada. Nevada, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 3 MW -
enr.com
The Hermantown data center power agreement includes 700 megawatts of new clean energy resources. Hermantown, Minnesota, 2026.
Key Figure 700 MW -
Data Center Dynamics
Customer could scale up to 52MW of compute capacity at Dowagiac facility. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 52 MW -
WREG.com
Google is paying for a solar power plant in Jefferson County near Pine Bluff costing more than $2.1 billion. Jefferson County, AR, 2026.
Key Figure 2,100,000,000 USD -
WBHM
Nebius is building a hyperscale data center in Oxmoor Valley, Birmingham, projected to spend nearly $36 billion over 30 years. Birmingham, AL, 2026.
Key Figure 36,000,000,000 USD -
enr.com
The Hermantown data center would receive an $80 million property tax break. Hermantown, Minnesota, 2026.
Key Figure 80,000,000 USD -
enr.com
The Hermantown data center power agreement includes 300 megawatts of wind energy and 400 megawatts of battery storage. Hermantown, Minnesota, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
Residential toilets use about 1.3 trillion gallons annually. Texas, United States, 2026.
Key Figure 1.3 gallons a year -
WFIN
A Fox News poll found that 70 percent of voters oppose data center construction in their communities, with only 30 percent in favor. Statewide, multiple states, 2026.
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The Clarion-Ledger
County expected to receive approximately $230 million from Amazon in tax revenue over six years under fee in lieu agreement. Canton and Ridgeland, Madison County, MS, 2026.
Key Figure 230,000,000 USD -
KVOM 101.7
Roughly $190 million in transmission related costs were disclosed in the records. West Memphis, Arkansas; Jefferson County, Arkansas, 2026.
Key Figure 190,000,000 USD -
The Clarion-Ledger
Amazon Clinton agreement will add $12 million to city's budget annually. Canton and Ridgeland, Madison County, MS, 2026.
Key Figure 12,000,000 USD -
www.cbsnews.com
Leaking water pipes account for roughly 900 billion gallons annually. Texas, United States, 2026.
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The Clarion-Ledger
Madison County Tax Assessor valued Amazon's five data center buildings at approximately $292 million each, totaling $1.46 billion. Canton and Ridgeland, Madison County, MS, 2026.
Key Figure 292,000,000 USD -
YouTube
Fervo existing power contracts pipeline with Google, Shell, and SCE totals 658 megawatts. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
Key Figure 658 MW -
www.facebook.com
$40 million for community center and recreation space. Frederick County, MD, 2026.
Key Figure 40,000,000 USD -
Building Design + Construction
Data center vacancy in North America holding at 1% for third consecutive year. ND, 2026.
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GovTech
Frederick County agreed to $110 million in public investments for Quantum Frederick data center project including $30 million for Carroll Manor Elementary School renovations and $30 million for Adamstown Regional Park. Frederick County, Maryland, 2026.
Key Figure 110,000,000 USD -
Bisnow
Vacancy across North America sits at just 1% according to JLL. North America, statewide, 2026.
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enr.com
Townsite Data Center represents about $3 billion in planned capital investment. Boulder City, NV, 2026.
Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD -
KUTV
Studies have found total private employment rising roughly 4% to 5% over five to six years, while wages for existing employees and new hires increased approximately 3% to 4%. Utah, statewide, 2026.
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YouTube
Google has option to expand by additional 600 megawatts by June 2030. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
Key Figure 600 MW -
YouTube
Fervo's Cape Station Phase 1 will cost about 7000 dollars per kilowatt. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
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ForkLog
An additional option for 32 MW could increase the agreement's value to over $3 billion. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD -
YouTube
Google will pay over $2 billion over the full 20 year term of the Entergy agreement. West Memphis, Crittenden County, AR, 2026.
Key Figure 2,000,000,000 USD -
YouTube
Fervo anticipates bringing Phase 1 to 100 megawatts in early 2027. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
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The Clarion-Ledger
Half of revenue goes toward repaying $215 million state loan to strengthen infrastructure for Amazon. Canton and Ridgeland, Madison County, MS, 2026.
Key Figure 215,000,000 USD -
Engineering News-Record
The Google Hermantown data center requires 700 MW of new clean energy resources including 300 MW of wind energy and 400 MW of battery storage. Hermantown, Minnesota and Center, North Dakota, 2026.
Key Figure 700 MW -
Bisnow
North American data center demand hit 25 gigawatts in the first half of 2026, double the demand level a year prior. North America, statewide, 2026.
Key Figure 25 GW -
www.wfmd.com
Agreement would provide 110 million dollars in community benefits. Adamstown, Frederick County, MD, 2026.
Key Figure 110,000,000 dollars -
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Phase one will require 2 gigawatts of power. Mason County, WV, 2026.
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Futurism
Over $15 trillion of projected data center spending through 2050 is concentrated in the US. United States, statewide, 2026.
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KVOM 101.7
Arkansas Cypress is a roughly $1.6 billion solar and battery storage project expected to include 600 megawatts of solar generation and 350 megawatts of battery storage. West Memphis, Arkansas; Jefferson County, Arkansas, 2026.
Key Figure 1,600,000,000 USD -
The Clarion-Ledger
Amazon valued its five buildings at approximately $69 million each, totaling roughly $345-350 million. Canton and Ridgeland, Madison County, MS, 2026.
Key Figure 69,000,000 USD -
WFIN
Only 40 percent of Republicans and 46 percent of MAGA Republicans supported new data center construction according to a Fox News poll. Statewide, multiple states, 2026.
Key Figure 40 percent -
The Japan Times
Emissions from four major AI and cloud computing providers skyrocketed by up to 239% between 2020 and 2024. MS, 2026.
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Futurism
If productive AI adoption picks up beyond current middling level, data center spending could rise as high as $50 trillion by 2050. United States, statewide, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
Proposed natural gas power plants for data centers estimated to emit more than 287 million tons of greenhouse gases annually if built and operated at maximum capacity. Texas, United States, 2026.
Key Figure 287,000,000 tons -
Building Design + Construction
More than 66 GW of data center capacity under construction in North America. ND, 2026.
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Central Florida Public Media
28 percent of Floridians surveyed in UNF poll said they would support building a data center in their local area. Florida, statewide, 2026.
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ETV Bharat
Elon Musk projected AI would increase global economy by 20-30 percent, or roughly 20 to 30 trillion dollars annually. Chapel Hill, North Carolina, NC, 2026.
Key Figure 20,000,000,000,000 to 30,000,000,000,000 dollars a year -
Data Center Dynamics
Facility currently operates with 30MW of capacity and company aims to expand to 340MW including 40MW of behind the meter natural gas capacity. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
Golf courses use estimated 531 billion gallons of water each year. Texas, United States, 2026.
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www.cbsnews.com
Higher estimate of 161 billion gallons annually in Texas by 2030 would amount to about 2.7 percent of the state's total yearly water use. Texas, United States, 2026.
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Data Center Dynamics
Lease agreement will run for initial term of ten years with two five year extension options, valued at approximately $1.2 billion. Dowagiac, Michigan, 2026.
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www.facebook.com
$14.5 million for workforce development. Frederick County, MD, 2026.
Key Figure 14,500,000 USD -
www.facebook.com
$30 million for school renovations. Frederick County, MD, 2026.
Key Figure 30,000,000 USD -
www.cbsnews.com
Environmental Integrity Project estimates at least 74 natural gas fired power plants proposed nationwide to supply electricity directly to data centers. United States, national, 2026.
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YouTube
Fervo plans to bring 33 megawatts online in Q4 using modular systems called GeoBlocks. Beaver County, UT, 2026.
Key Figure 33 MW -
Central Florida Public Media
James Madison Institute poll in July found 49 percent of Floridians opposed data center investment in the state. Florida, statewide, 2026.
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Federal Panel Halts What Would Be First Data Center on Public Lands - Alaska Native News
A federal panel halted what would have been the first data center on public lands. The action represents a jurisdictional decision blocking a proposed project.
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Licensable picture: Sept. 1, 2026; Brookwood, AL, USA; The Brookwood City Council hears citizens concerns about a proposed data center at the G.G.
Brookwood City Council hears citizen concerns about proposed data center.
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EPA proposal could leave the public in the dark on data center plans - The Alabama News Wire
EPA proposal could limit public transparency on data center plans in Alabama. The proposed federal action affects state level oversight of data center disclosures.
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Alabama leaders answer questions about data centers at Talladega County meeting - WBRC 6 News
Alabama leaders answered questions about data centers at a Talladega County meeting. The meeting indicates ongoing local discussion and decision making about data center projects.
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Eaton to locate $242 million facility in North Little Rock, adding 1,200 jobs
Eaton plans a $242 million electrical enclosures manufacturing facility in North Little Rock to serve data center and other infrastructure markets.
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Entergy Sought to Silence Reporters on a Google Deal. A Judge Refused.
Judge denied Entergy's bid to silence press on leaked Google deal documents; ratepayers may fund two thirds of $1.6B solar project.
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Judge Rejects Entergy Request to Block Publication of Google Data Center Financial Records
Federal judge denies Entergy temporary restraining order blocking publication of Google data center and Arkansas Cypress solar/battery project financial records.
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Entergy sues Democrat-Gazette, AR Times for publishing secret Google data center details
Entergy sues Arkansas media outlets over publication of secret power agreement details for Google West Memphis data center.
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West Memphis Utilities: No rate increase because of Google - WREG.com
West Memphis Utilities states utility customers will not see rate increases from Google data center under construction; Google pays all infrastructure costs.
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Judge says ‘no’ to Arkansas utility in freedom of the press fight - Oklahoma Energy Today
A judge ruled against an Arkansas utility in a freedom of the press dispute. The decision denied the utility's attempt to restrict publication of information.
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Mayes seeks ban on new data centers despite pushback - thecentersquare.com
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced support for a statewide moratorium on new data centers, urging lawmakers and Governor Hobbs to pass legislation pausing construction pending a water and power management plan. The moratorium proposal reflects state level action on data center development policy.
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Data centers emerge as midterm flashpoint in Arizona and beyond - AZ Family
Data centers have emerged as a midterm election issue in Arizona and nationally, with Attorney General Kris Mayes calling for a one year moratorium and Gov. Katie Hobbs declining to endorse a pause but supporting a three year tax credit moratorium. A recent Gallup poll found more than 70 percent of Americans do not want data centers built in their area.
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Phoenix data center firm raises $1B to repurpose older facilities amid construction backlash - The Business Journals
A data center company in Phoenix raised $1 billion for repurposing older facilities.
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Data center pause would cost Arizona billions, Chamber of Commerce CEO warns - KTAR News 92.3 FM
Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO Danny Seiden warned that a moratorium on data centers would drive billions in investment out of Arizona, arguing data centers are necessary to the economy. Seiden said utilities have structured plans requiring data centers to cover their own infrastructure costs.
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Calif. Lawmakers Pass Data Center, Transmission Bills - RTO Insider
California lawmakers passed data center and transmission bills. The item reports legislative passage of bills affecting data center development and power infrastructure.
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California Moves to Hold Big Tech Accountable in Data Center Development - Davis Vanguard
California is taking steps to hold large technology companies accountable for data center development.
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California lawmakers pass data center ratepayer protection bills, send to governor for approval
California lawmakers passed data center ratepayer protection bills and sent them to Governor Gavin Newsom for approval. The legislation would create separate electricity tariffs for large data centers.
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Residents pack Thornton library to voice concerns about data centers in Adams County - Denver7
About 100 Adams County residents gathered in Thornton to discuss data center concerns including water use and elected official conflicts of interest.
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Fazio Calls to Repeal Data Center Tax Breaks, Boost Local Control - CT Examiner
Fazio calls for repealing data center tax breaks and boosting local control in Connecticut. The statement indicates a policy position on data center incentives.
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Fazio opposed to data-center tax break, not data centers - ctmirror.org
Fazio opposed to data center tax break but not data centers themselves. Statement clarifies position on tax incentive policy in Connecticut.
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CT's data center tax breaks have one taker. They're now a campaign fight - CT Insider
Connecticut data center tax breaks have attracted one company. Incentive program now a campaign issue.
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Frederica Town Council could pass ordinance banning data centers
Frederica Town Council in Delaware could pass an ordinance to ban data centers. This represents a potential jurisdiction wide action limiting data center development.
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David Jolly said the vast majority of Floridians oppose new data centers. Polls back that up. - Central Florida Public Media
Gubernatorial nominee David Jolly said 68-79 percent of Floridians oppose data center construction in their communities, citing polls.
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Project Tango just got buried in Palm Beach County. Commissioners voted 5-1 Wednesday night to kill PBA Holdings’ hyperscale AI data center plan in Loxahatchee, 20 miles from Mar-a-Lago and 800 feet from homes, 1500 feet from Saddle View Elementary.
Palm Beach County commissioners voted 5-1 on September 3 to reject Project Tango, PBA Holdings' hyperscale AI data center proposal in Loxahatchee, following resident opposition.
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Okaloosa County commissioners opt to regulate data centers, not ban them - WEAR-TV
Okaloosa County commissioners choose to regulate data centers case by case rather than ban or impose a moratorium.
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Byron Donalds stops in Delray, tackles AI data center question - The Palm Beach Post
Byron Donalds addressed a data center question during a campaign stop in Delray. The candidate took a position on AI data center development.
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Donalds Supports Local Community Control Over AI Data Centers in Florida - Floridian Press
Florida official Donalds expressed support for local community control over AI data center projects. The statement reflects debate over governance and siting of data center development in Florida.
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North Port workshop looks at impact of proposed data center - ABC7 WWSB
North Port held a workshop to examine the impact of a proposed data center. The public hearing addresses local concerns about the project.
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David Jolly said the vast majority of Floridians oppose new data centers. Polls back that up. - WLRN
David Jolly, a Florida politician, said a vast majority of people in the state oppose new data centers, and polls show most Floridians do.
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Jeff Brandes: How Amendment 3 could teach rural Florida to stop worrying and love the data center - Florida Politics
Jeff Brandes commented on how Amendment 3 could influence rural Florida's receptiveness to data centers. The statement addresses policy and regional attitudes toward data center development.
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Georgia Chamber to counter 'misinformation, disinformation' about data centers - Hartwell Sun
The Georgia Chamber announced plans to counter misinformation and disinformation about data centers. The headline suggests an organized response to public criticism of data center projects.
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Bookman: Secrecy and tax breaks pave the way for surge of unpopular data center proposals in Georgia - Georgia Recorder
A Bookman column in the Georgia Recorder claims secrecy and tax breaks are driving a surge of unpopular data center proposals in Georgia. The report alleges lack of transparency in data center development decisions.
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Senator criticizes lack of transparency on Effingham data center
Senator Warnock called for a data center moratorium requiring guarantees on utility rates, pollution, and transparency before projects proceed.
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Effingham County residents sue county over data center zoning ordinance, demand transparency
Effingham County residents sued county over data center zoning ordinance, alleging the ordinance violated state law and county rules by lacking required public hearings.
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Effingham County Residents Sue Over Data Center Zoning Change
Three Effingham County residents sued to overturn zoning ordinance 2026-352, alleging county failed to hold required public hearings before approving data center zoning changes.
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Residents sue Effingham County over illegal zoning practices and secret dealmaking with OpenAI
Effingham County residents filed complaint alleging county officials engaged in illegal zoning practices and secretive dealmaking with OpenAI.
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Effingham County lawsuit claims officials ignored rules on OpenAI's Project Camellia data center
Three Effingham County residents filed lawsuit challenging county zoning process for OpenAI's Project Camellia, alleging procedural violations but not opposing data centers themselves.
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County commission, by 4-3 vote with chair’s tiebreaker, kills proposal for data center ban - Statesboro Herald
Bulloch County, Georgia commissioners vote 4-3 to reject permanent data center ban; keep existing moratorium through December 31.
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As the Rest of the Economy Crumbles, the Amount of Money Flooding Into Data Centers Is Simply Astounding - Futurism
PwC analysis projects global data center spending could reach $31.6 trillion to $50 trillion by 2050 as AI economy drives investment.
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Effingham County Residents Sue Over Zoning Ordinance That Paved Way for Data Center - The Georgia Virtue
Effingham County residents sued over a zoning ordinance that enabled a data center project. The lawsuit challenges the regulatory process that permitted the facility.
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Citizen-led lawsuit challenges zoning for OpenAI Georgia data center - thecurrentga.org
Citizens filed a lawsuit challenging zoning for an OpenAI data center in Georgia. The action represents a legal challenge to a specific project's local authorization.
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OpenAI’s data center will need unprecedented power. What it means for Effingham County electric bills - WJCL
WJCL reports OpenAI's Effingham County data center will require unprecedented power levels. The report examines the impact on local electric bills.
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‘We’re in the fourth revolution’: GSU professor explains SE Georgia’s new role in the global AI race - WTOC
A Georgia State University professor discussed Southeastern Georgia's emerging role in global artificial intelligence infrastructure. The statement frames data centers as part of regional economic transformation.
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Georgia Today: Another Flock arrest; Affordable groceries; Complaint of illegal data center zoning - gpb.org
GPB reports a complaint of illegal data center zoning in Georgia. The complaint suggests a dispute over zoning compliance for a data center project.
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Georgia Chamber to counter 'misinformation, disinformation' about data centers - Hartwell Sun
The Georgia Chamber plans to counter what it calls misinformation and disinformation about data centers.
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Bookman: Secrecy and tax breaks pave the way for surge of unpopular data center proposals in Georgia - Georgia Recorder
Bookman said secrecy and tax breaks are clearing the way for a growing number of unpopular data center proposals across Georgia.
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Google debuts website encouraging Salix residents to learn about data centers
Google launches community engagement website for potential data center in Salix, Iowa, indicating early stage review of the project.
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QTS officials offer input on Clinton data center plans - WVIK, Quad Cities NPR
QTS officials provided input on data center plans in Clinton, Iowa. The statement indicates ongoing discussion of a specific data center project.
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Meta flips the switch on closed loop data center in Kuna - Idaho State Journal
Meta's Kuna data center is now operational, a $1.2 billion investment in Idaho featuring a closed loop cooling system to reduce water use.
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Meta's new $1.2 billion Kuna Data Center begins operations - Yahoo
Meta's Kuna Data Center, a $1.2 billion facility, has begun operations. The project reaches operational status.
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Meta's new $1.2 billion Kuna Data Center begins operations (Video) - Idaho Statesman
Meta's 1.2 billion dollar Kuna Data Center has begun operations. The project marks completion of Meta's investment in Idaho.
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Data center backlash uniting far-left and far-right - KBOI
Data center projects are attracting opposition from both political extremes. The report documents divided public sentiment on data center development.
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Inside Meta’s new Kuna data center built for AI
Meta brought its new artificial intelligence data center campus in Kuna, Idaho online as an operational facility.
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Meta flips the switch on closed-loop data center in Kuna - Idaho Press
Meta activated a closed loop data center in Kuna, Idaho. The facility is now operating.
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Meta opens new AI data center in Kuna, hopes to become "water positive" by 2030 - KBOI
Meta opened a new AI data center in Kuna, Idaho, and announced a goal to become water positive by 2030. The facility is now operational.
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Decatur data center protest and Narcan training Monday, new Uniting Pride caretaker support group starting: Central Illinois 8-30-26
Christian County Board banned data centers for one year after developer Eagle Rock pulled back 1,000 MW proposal; Decatur held protest; Bloomington and Normal in six month moratoriums.
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Lake County Data Center Moratorium Moves Forward - Patch
Lake County moved forward with a data center moratorium. The item reports a jurisdictional action restricting data center development.
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Letter to the Editor — Adams County needs to actively seek a data center — now! - Muddy River News
A letter to the editor advocates for Adams County to pursue data center development. The statement expresses support for attracting data center investment to the area.
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Chicago has abundant water. Data center developers want a taste. - Chicago Reader
Chicago Reader reports data center developers are seeking water access in Chicago. The article examines developer interest in the region's water supply.
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Faith leaders urge Microsoft to share data center tax savings - WVPE
Faith leaders urged Microsoft to share data center tax savings with the public. The statement raises concerns about tax incentive distribution.
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Nonprofit We Make Indiana calls for Fair Share Agreement with Microsoft - southbendtribune.com
Nonprofit We Make Indiana called for a Fair Share Agreement with Microsoft regarding data center development. The statement reflects advocacy demands tied to Microsoft's data center activities in the state.
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‘Let Data Reign’: Trump Doubles Down on Data Center Support - Hoosier Ag Today
Trump doubled down on support for data centers under the banner 'Let Data Reign.' The statement reflects political backing for the data center industry.
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Franklin County judge rules data center question will go on Ottawa's November ballot - KSHB 41 Kansas City
A Franklin County judge ruled that a data center question will appear on Ottawa's November ballot. The decision allows residents to vote on the proposed data center.
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Louisville Planning Commission recommends stricter data center regulations
The Louisville Planning Commission recommended stricter regulations for data centers. This represents a local government action on data center zoning and rules.
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Stricter data center rules advance in Louisville - The Courier-Journal
Louisville advanced stricter data center rules. The action indicates a jurisdiction is tightening regulatory standards for data center projects.
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WBRZ Channel 2. . Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte announced on Tuesday that he has not signed an NDA regarding any business coming to Livingston Parish and as of now, there are no plans for a data center. Read the full story through the link i
Livingston Parish president says he has not signed an NDA and confirms no data center plans currently.
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📍 Frederick County, MD Data centers are providing $110 MILLION in benefits to the local community: ⛱️ $40 million for a community center and recreation space 🏫 $30 million for renovations to an elementary school 👷♂️ $14.5 million for a workforce develo
Frederick County data centers contribute $110 million in community benefits including $40 million for recreation, $30 million for school renovations, and $14.5 million for workforce development.
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SUN: Frederick data center deal promises $110M. What does the developer get? - WBFF
Frederick County and Quantum Maryland reach agreement promising county $110 million in public investments over 8 to 13 years in exchange for development protections on data center campus.
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‘The urgency is real’: Glass introduces bill to halt data center permits in Montgomery County - wtop.com
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass introduced a bill to temporarily pause data center development, citing concerns about environmental impacts of a 360 megawatt campus proposed in Dickerson.
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Look at a $110M Data Center Deal in Frederick County, Md. - GovTech
Quantum Frederick/Catellus signed a Developer Rights and Responsibilities Agreement with Frederick County promising $110 million in public investments for 8 to 13 years of regulatory protection.
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Biddeford moves to ban data center development - pressherald.com
Biddeford planning board unanimously voted to recommend that the city council ban new data center development.
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Oracle and OpenAI's massive data center going up quickly in Saline Township
Oracle and OpenAI data center in Saline Township, Michigan is under construction and progressing.
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Hyperscale Data Ends Michigan Bitcoin Mining as BTC Holdings Fall 79% - Altcoin Buzz
Hyperscale Data shuts down Michigan Bitcoin mining operations, selling holdings to fund AI data center expansion worth up to $3 billion.
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MAGA begins to crack as 2026 GOP roster backs away from Trump’s tech vision - WFIN
Multiple Republican candidates for office in 2026 midterms are calling for data center moratoriums or pauses, distancing themselves from Trump's pro data center stance amid voter opposition.
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Will Lawrence signs anti-data center pledge as US Rep. Tom Barrett rewrites his record - Gander Newsroom
Democrat Will Lawrence signed the AI Pact pledging to regulate data centers and tax breaks, becoming the only Michigan congressional candidate listed as having signed it as of September 3.
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Hyperscale Data Converts Michigan Mining Farm into AI Data Center - ForkLog
Publicly traded Hyperscale Data ceased bitcoin mining and converted its Michigan facility into an AI data center with 20 MW contracted power and potential $1.2 billion revenue.
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Data center concerns have Lenox Township residents demanding transparency - ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4
Lenox Township residents are demanding transparency from local leaders over data center concerns.
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Hyperscale Data ends cryptomining operations at Michigan data center
Hyperscale Data ended Bitcoin mining at its Dowagiac, Michigan facility on September 1 to prepare for a California neocloud customer. The customer will deploy 20MW in Q4 2026 with potential to scale to 52MW under a 10 year lease.
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Mortenson Tapped for $450M HVDC Transmission Project in North Dakota and Minnesota - Engineering News-Record
Minnesota Power breaks ground on $450 million HVDC transmission line from North Dakota to Hermantown to supply 700 MW to proposed $2 billion Google data center; project faces tax incentive and environmental opposition.
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Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce discusses their support of Data Center - fox21online.com
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce expressed support for a data center project. The statement represents institutional backing for data center development in the Duluth area.
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Missouri voters recall councilman over Nebius data-center tax break - Blockspace Media
Missouri voters recalled a councilman over a Nebius data center tax break. The election reflects community opposition to the data center tax incentive.
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The Growing Opposition to AI Data Centers — Independence, MO Recall Vote - Daily Kos
A recall vote occurred in Independence, Missouri related to opposition against an AI data center. The vote reflects growing community activism against the project.
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Almost 70% of voters in Missouri city vote to recall council member who said yes to AI data center tax breaks — councilor said disagreement over an issue shouldn’t be enough to unseat him - Tom's Hardware
Voters in a Missouri city recalled a council member who approved tax breaks for an AI data center project. Nearly 70 percent voted to remove him from office.
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A 52 Year Old Mississippi Farmer Faces Elon Musk’s Data Center Push - Bitcoin News
SpaceXAI's Southaven data center faces community opposition over noise and pollution as NAACP pursues legal action and petition surpasses 1,400 signatures.
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AI boom is testing tech firms’ climate pledges - The Japan Times
Emissions from four major AI and cloud computing providers increased up to 239 percent between 2020 and 2024, a new report finds.
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Amazon fights Madison County to lower data center fees - The Clarion-Ledger
Amazon disputes Madison County's $1.46 billion valuation of five data center buildings in Canton, proposing $350 million valuation. County votes to uphold higher assessment; Amazon can challenge in court.
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CleanSpark Hits 30 EH/s Hashrate After Mississippi Facility Deal - TradingView
CleanSpark completed the acquisition of two Mississippi data center facilities, adding 75 MW of operational power capacity and reaching an operational deployed hashrate milestone of 30 exahashes per second. The company is now positioned among top tier Bitcoin miners.
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Guest opinion: Dark money and data centers
A guest opinion in Montana raises concerns about the proposed 5,000 acre Quantica data center at Broadview north of Billings, citing its extreme electricity demands and water sourcing uncertainties. The piece links corporate influence to state legislation that limits public scrutiny of data center projects.
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Data center ballot question proponents appeal Butte judge's ruling to the MT Supreme Court - Bozeman Daily Chronicle
406 People First appeals district court ruling blocking data center ballot initiative to Montana Supreme Court, filing emergency motion for injunction.
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Montana residents demand vote on data center moratorium as Yellowstone County takes no action - The Cool Down
Yellowstone County residents requested moratorium vote on ballot; commission took no action after deadline confusion invalidated citizen initiative signatures.
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Tech Executives Sing Praises Of Artificial Intelligence And Ask For More Data Centres, This Time At G20 IM - ETV Bharat
AI company executives at G20 call for massive data center infrastructure and power investments to support AI advancement.
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Senator Wyden’s AI Tax Could Push Data Center Tax Rates Above 100 Percent - Cato Institute
The Cato Institute said an AI tax from Senator Wyden could push tax rates on data centers above 100 percent.
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How a North Carolina county's textile decline opened door for $5B data center hub - The Business Journals
A North Carolina county transformed by textile industry decline is becoming a data center hub valued at approximately 5 billion dollars. The shift represents major economic restructuring in the region.
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Data center nondisclosure bill dies in North Dakota Senate vote - The Dakotan
North Dakota Senate rejected a bill to ban nondisclosure agreements between government and data center developers on a 32-15 vote.
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Data center demand likely to be strong through at least 2028 - Building Design + Construction
JLL report: data center vacancy at 1% despite record construction; 66 GW under construction in North America; demand strong through 2028.
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Data Center Moratoriums and Funding For State Childcare Assistance Program Fail At Special Session - knoxradio.com
North Dakota House defeats data center moratorium proposal 68-25 during special legislative session.
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Guest column: Lignite power can make data centers work for North Dakota - InForum
A guest column argues that lignite power can support data center operations in North Dakota. The piece presents a position on energy sources for data center development.
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Kratom ban and regulations bills advance in North Dakota special session; data center NDAs proposal killed - InForum
North Dakota killed a proposal to ban nondisclosure agreements for data centers during a special session. The measure was rejected as other bills on kratom and regulations advanced.
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Data center nondisclosure bill lacks support in committee - Valley News Live
A bill to ban nondisclosure agreements for data center and industrial projects lacked support in North Dakota committee. The measure did not advance due to insufficient backing.
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Data center nondisclosure bill dies in North Dakota Senate vote - North Dakota Monitor
North Dakota Senate rejected a bill to ban nondisclosure agreements for data center and industrial projects. The vote reflects legislative disagreement over transparency requirements for major industrial developments.
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Governor Wants AI Data Center Moratorium - The Pulse of NH
Governor Kelly Ayotte announced support for a moratorium on AI data centers in New Hampshire's next state budget, citing insufficient energy capacity.
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Manchester Council To Repeal Data Center Ordinance - Jersey Shore Online
Manchester Council voted to repeal its data center ordinance. The action reverses prior restrictions on data center development in the jurisdiction.
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Democrats seize on two GOP midterm vulnerabilities: Data centers and the ‘big beautiful bill’ - Politico
Democrats are using data center opposition as a political issue against Republicans in midterm elections. Data centers have become a polarized campaign topic.
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Nearly 100 NJ towns have banned data centers. Don’t expect a statewide prohibition soon. - Gothamist
Nearly 100 New Jersey towns have banned data centers. A statewide prohibition is not expected soon.
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Princeton's South Brunswick Neighbors Lose a Round in Court Against Data Center, But Launch an Appeal - TAPinto
South Brunswick neighbors lost a court round against a data center in Princeton area but are appealing the decision. The case involves neighbors challenging a facility.
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Colfax County in Northern New Mexico places moratorium on data centers - Colorado Public Radio
Colfax County in Northern New Mexico enacted a moratorium on data center projects. The action restricts new data center development in the county jurisdiction.
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New Mexico AG backs environmental groups challenging Project Jupiter before state Supreme Court - Source New Mexico
New Mexico's attorney general supported environmental groups challenging Project Jupiter before the state Supreme Court. The legal action represents official state opposition to the project.
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New Mexico land commissioner shoots down Canadian data center company’s pitch at Spaceport America - Source New Mexico
New Mexico's land commissioner rejected a Canadian data center company's proposal at Spaceport America. The official action demonstrates state level opposition to data center development.
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Project Jupiter developers urge New Mexico Supreme Court to get permit process moving again - Searchlight New Mexico
Project Jupiter developers petitioned the New Mexico Supreme Court to resume permit processing. The filing indicates the project is stalled in the permitting phase.
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Federal Panel Halts What Would Be First Data Center on Public Lands - alaska-native-news.com
Interior Board of Land Appeals halted BLM approval of Townsite data center on federal lands near Boulder City, Nevada pending environmental review.
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Cannizzaro floats new regulations for data centers in Nevada - FOX5 Vegas
Nevada official Cannizzaro floats new regulations for data centers. The move suggests potential policy changes to address data center development.
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Federal Board Halts 167-MW Nevada Data Center Approval - Engineering News-Record
Interior Department appeals board halted federal approval of 167 MW Townsite data center on BLM land, finding the agency violated environmental law by reusing a solar project review.
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Panattoni Perry Township Data Center: 240 MW data center in Ohio
Panattoni Perry Township Data Center broke ground on 100 acre, 240 MW facility in Stark County, Ohio earlier in 2026.
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Ohio Supreme Court orders Trenton vote on data center ban - Journal-News.com
Ohio Supreme Court ordered the city of Trenton to hold a vote on a proposed data center ban. The ruling directs the jurisdiction to place the ban measure on a ballot.
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Data center ban will go before voters after Ohio Supreme Court ruling - Spectrum News
Ohio Supreme Court ruled that a data center ban in an unspecified city must go before voters. The ruling allows the jurisdiction to hold a public vote on the ban.
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Ohio city approves 30-year power deal for Meta data center after $8 million public safety pledge - yahoo.com
An Ohio city approved a 30 year power deal for a Meta data center and received an 8 million dollar public safety pledge. The approval represents a jurisdictional action on a data center project.
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SCOOP: Ohio ad attacks GOP candidate over data center center vote he wasn’t in office for - washingtonreporter.news
A political advertisement attacked a GOP candidate over a data center vote he was not in office for. The dispute reflects electoral and political dimensions of data center development decisions.
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Who works for whom? Ohio man’s podcast explores data centers, AI. - Ohio Capital Journal
A Columbus man's podcast explores data center opposition across the country. The article discusses growing bipartisan opposition to data centers and cites examples including Box Elder County, Utah and Effingham County, Georgia where communities have organized against projects.
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Claremore addresses community concerns over data center project - 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa
Claremore, Oklahoma addresses community concerns over a data center project. The specific project details are not available from the headline alone.
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Grady County Data Center Concerns Prompt Special Meeting
Aligned Data Centers affiliate purchased 800 acres near Amber, Oklahoma for $17 million; county commissioners scheduling September 8 meeting amid resident concerns about water and infrastructure.
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Wasted water: Officials say El Reno ‘failed’ to enforce stop work order at leaky bitcoin site
El Reno traced a 3.8 million gallon water leak to Athlon BT bitcoin mining site operating under unenforceed stop work order from 2023.
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Oklahoma residents seek ballot measure to halt data center until water, noise studies are done - The Cool Down
Piedmont residents seek ballot measures to halt Project Open Sky data center pending water and noise studies.
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Claremore addresses community concerns over data center project - 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa
The city of Claremore, Oklahoma, responded to concerns from residents about a data center project there.
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Oklahoma residents seek ballot measure to halt data center until water, noise studies are done - Yahoo
Oklahoma residents are seeking a ballot measure to halt a data center until water and noise studies are completed. The action reflects local concerns about environmental and quality of life impacts.
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Data centers could drive nearly 19% jump in power demand, PUC says - WFMZ.com
Pennsylvania's Public Utilities Commission projects data centers could drive nearly a 19 percent increase in power demand. The figure reflects the anticipated electricity impact of data center expansion in the state.
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Middlesex Township supervisors approve PAX-1 data center development matters - ABC27
Middlesex Township supervisors approved development matters for the PAX-1 data center project. The approval indicates regulatory progress toward project construction.
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What's next for developing Pennsylvania data centers after executive order? - NBC10 Philadelphia
An article examines what comes next for data center development in Pennsylvania following an executive order. It likely includes statements from developers or officials about the order's impact.
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From the Editors: Shapiro’s heavy-handed, flip-flopping, data center policy is bad for Pennsylvania - Broad + Liberty
Broad + Liberty editorial criticizes Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro's data center policy as inconsistent and heavy handed. The piece suggests Shapiro's approach to data center regulation is problematic.
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Data center development is booming. Here’s how it's being opposed, regulated in Pennsylvania - The Daily Collegian
Development of data centers is growing at a rapid pace across Pennsylvania.
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How States Are Rewriting the Rules for Data Center Growth
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro created the GRID framework on August 18, requiring large data centers to demonstrate power supply, meet clean energy quotas, pay grid costs, and secure local approval. Other states including New York, Illinois and Texas are imposing stricter scrutiny on data center development.
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PIRG Wants a Two-Year Pause on Big Data Centers - Uprise RI
PIRG advocates for a two year pause on large data center projects in Rhode Island. This represents a public position on data center development policy.
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SD utility regulator candidates clash over AI data center pause - Black Hills Pioneer
A South Dakota Democratic Public Utilities Commission candidate calls for a one year ban on new AI data centers, while Republican opponent opposes the ban.
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EPA Opposes Broad Data Center Moratoriums - EHSLeaders
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin opposes broad data center moratoriums, calls New York's statewide moratorium an easy way out, urges case by case approach.
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DFW Data Center Demand Remains Hot as Pre Leasing Hits 95% - Dallas Innovates
Pre leasing in the Dallas Fort Worth data center market has reached 95%. This indicates strong demand for data center capacity in the region.
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State Senate Hearing Highlights Communication Gaps on Data Center Water Usage - thetexan.news
A State Senate hearing revealed communication gaps regarding data center water usage. The event documents legislative oversight concerns about the industry.
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Hutto technology growth continues with $250M Colovore data center - Austin American-Statesman
Colovore is planning a $250 million data center in Hutto, Texas as part of the city's technology growth. The project represents a significant investment in the Austin area.
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‘It’s laced with politics’: Fort Worth data center advisory group takes shape - Yahoo
Fort Worth Data Center & Infrastructure Commission led by TCU professor begins work; commission report due November 3 before potential moratorium hearing.
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Here are the advocates, industry representatives who will fill Fort Worth’s data center advisory group - Fort Worth Report
Fort Worth establishes Data Center & Infrastructure Commission with 11 members to evaluate impacts and provide regulatory recommendations by November 3.
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More than half of Texas data centers broke law by not responding to water use inquiry - Tyler Morning Telegraph
More than half of Texas data centers failed to respond to water use inquiry, breaking law.
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Red Oak residents sue city, officials to stop data center project - dallasnews.com
Red Oak residents sued city and officials to stop a data center project; legal action indicates community opposition.
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EPA proposal could limit public access to data center plans - KUTV
EPA proposal would eliminate federal requirement for states to notify public and seek comment before issuing air pollution permits for data centers.
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EPA proposal could leave the public in the dark on data center plans - abc4.com
EPA proposal would eliminate federal requirement for states to notify public and seek comment on air pollution permits for data centers, raising transparency concerns.
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EPA proposals to speed up data center projects 'anti-democratic,' according to Utah environmental group - KSL News
EPA proposes to remove public comment requirements in air quality permitting for data centers; Utah's Division of Air Quality says it will maintain the requirement regardless.
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EPA proposal could limit public access to data center plans - KUTV
EPA proposal would eliminate federal requirement for public notice and comment on air pollution permits for data centers, sparking opposition from environmental groups.
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‘We don’t think our tax dollars should subsidize something that hurts us’: Tooele residents voice concerns over proposed data center
Tooele residents oppose a proposed data center, expressing concerns that tax subsidies should not support projects that harm their community.
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Tooele residents voice concerns over proposed data center
Utah Inland Port Authority said it will follow Tooele County's lead on a proposed data center and will not proceed until the county lifts its moratorium.
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As data centers face backlash, new report points to economic benefits
Sutherland Institute report argues data centers generate significant economic benefits through construction jobs and tax revenue despite scrutiny over water and power.
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Loudoun seeks legal opinion before ending data center grandfather protections - Virginia Business
Loudoun County, Virginia is seeking legal counsel before ending grandfather protections for data centers. The action suggests consideration of new regulatory restrictions.
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Bristol, VA ordinance would place restrictions on data centers - wjhl.com
Bristol, Virginia proposed an ordinance to restrict data center development. The measure represents local jurisdictional action to limit data center expansion.
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Stafford County planning commission shows support for new data center proposal
Stafford County planning commission recommended approval of Accokeek Center data center project, the sixth in the county, but Board of Supervisors must make final decision.
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Dana Milbank: Data Centers Are Destroying Virginia’s Countryside , Even in Places That Have No Data Centers - washingtonsun.com
Opinion piece argues Virginia's data center boom is destroying countryside through power lines and power plants in counties without data centers, calling for a moratorium.
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Data Center Demand Doubles, Fueling New AI Boomtowns - Bisnow
Data center demand in North America doubled year over year to 25 gigawatts in first half of 2026; 66 gigawatts under construction.
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Conservation group launches campaign against data centers - Vermont Daily Chronicle
Vermont Conservation Voters launched a campaign against large scale data center development, warning of electricity cost hikes and environmental impacts.
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Google To Source Solar Power For Planned Putnam Data Center - West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Google plans a data center in Putnam with solar power sourcing. The item reports on Google's power strategy for a new data center project.
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Starwood Digital Ventures announces data center for Mason County - WSAZ
Starwood Digital Ventures announced a data center project for Mason County, West Virginia. The announcement marks a new project proposal in the region.
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Morrisey hails state certifications for two Mason County data center projects
West Virginia certifies two high impact data center projects under House Bill 2014: Starwood Digital Ventures Project Tamarack in Mason County requiring 2.16 GW and Nscale project details pending.
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Morrisey: New West Virginia development commitments near state’s entire annual GDP - - The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Gov. Morrisey announces NScale Anthropic $69.2 billion AI data center project for Mason County and Starwood Digital Ventures $12 billion Project Tamarack expansion.
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Tax Analysis Report on $10 billion Falling Waters data center project reveals millions in new tax revenue…. every year - Tri-State Alert
A tax analysis report on the $10 billion Falling Waters data center project shows millions in new tax revenue annually. The report quantifies the fiscal impact of the project.
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Google partners with MN8, Eos on West Virginia solar + storage project - Data Center Dynamics
Google is partnering with MN8 and Eos on a West Virginia solar and storage project, indicating a data center development with renewable energy infrastructure. This represents a proposed data center with integrated power generation.
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WV Treasury: 2 Data Centers Would Yield $103M/Year in Taxes - Marcellus Drilling News
West Virginia's Treasury Department assessed that two unnamed data centers would generate $103 million annually in tax revenue for the state. The item reports a fiscal projection by a state agency.
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NScale data center in Mason County gets certification after months of negotitiations - WOWK 13 News
NScale data center in Mason County received certification after extended negotiations. The approval marks a significant milestone for the project after months of discussions.
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Gov. Patrick Morrisey announces new $12B data center project for Mason County, W.Va. - WCHS
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a new $12 billion data center project for Mason County. This is a major proposed investment in the state's data center sector.
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Gazette-Mail editorial: Data centers: WV last aboard another sinking ship - Charleston Gazette-Mail
Charleston Gazette Mail editorial critiques West Virginia's data center policy. The piece suggests the state is late to address industry concerns.
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Morrisey hails state certifications for two Mason County data center projects - Charleston Gazette-Mail
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced state certifications for two high impact data center projects, advancing development amid community opposition over energy and water impacts.
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Morrisey announces $12 billion data center project in Mason County - WCHS Network
Morrisey announced a 12 billion dollar data center project in Mason County. The announcement reveals a major proposed development in West Virginia.
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Commissioners approve zone change for Vantage Data Center south of Cheyenne - WyomingNews.com
Commissioners approved a zone change for a Vantage Data Center south of Cheyenne, Wyoming. The zoning approval marks a key permitting milestone for the facility.
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Lawmakers consider higher taxes for data centers - Wyoming Public Media
Wyoming lawmakers are considering higher taxes for data centers. This reflects state legislative action on data center taxation policy.
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Wyomingites, Trump Differ On Whether Data Center Foes Will Be ‘Backwards And Poor’ - Cowboy State Daily
Trump characterized opponents of data centers as wanting to keep Wyoming backwards and poor.
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Cox Ranch data center developers outline project, commitments at Cheyenne City Council work session - WyomingNews.com
Cox Ranch data center developers presented their project and commitments at a Cheyenne City Council work session. The presentation indicates a jurisdiction level review of the proposed development.
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Google West Memphis Data Center
Google's data center in West Memphis is under construction. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google West Memphis Data Center
Judge Lee Rudofsky denied Entergy request for a restraining order against the news outlets. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google Salix Data Center
Google announced a website for Salix residents to learn about a potential data center, stating it is in early review process with no final decision made. The record reads reported, reported September 3, 2026.
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Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center
Unnamed California based neocloud customer signed lease agreement with Hyperscale Data in June 2026. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center
Hyperscale Data ceased all Bitcoin mining operations on September 1, 2026, at its Dowagiac, Michigan facility. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center
Hyperscale Data is converting the Michigan site into an AI data center. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center
Hyperscale Data ceased bitcoin mining in Michigan. The record reads being built, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google Hermantown Data Center
In March, Minnesota Power signed an agreement with Google to supply power to the proposed Hermantown data center. The record reads proposed, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google Hermantown Data Center
A $2 billion Google data center is proposed in Hermantown, Minnesota in the northeast part of the state. The record reads proposed, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google Hermantown Data Center
In March 2026, Minnesota Power signed an agreement with Google to supply power to the proposed Hermantown data center. The record reads proposed, reported September 3, 2026.
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Google Hermantown Data Center
A $2 billion Google data center is proposed in Hermantown, Minnesota. The record reads proposed, reported September 3, 2026.
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Boulder City BLM Land Data Center
Planned commercial operation of Townsite Data Center in second quarter of 2028. The record reads reported, reported September 3, 2026.
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Boulder City BLM Land Data Center
Townsite Data Center has planned capacity of 167 MW backup generation. The record reads reported, reported September 3, 2026.
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Boulder City BLM Land Data Center
Planned Townsite Data Center construction scheduled for first quarter of 2027. The record reads reported, reported September 3, 2026.
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NScale Mason County Data Center
NScale data center in Mason County received certification after months of negotiations. The record reads approved, reported September 3, 2026.